The IC-R2500 has dualwatch receive capability, allowing you to receive two bands simultaneously. It covers 0.01-3299.999 MHz in AM, FM, WFM, SSB, CW and DV modes on main band, while the sub-band covers 50-1300MHz in AM, FM and WFM modes.

The Icom IC-R2500 PC Controlled radio with twin receivers, is the Advanced Version of the IC-R1500

IC-R2500 is the latest in the computer controlled receiver line up from Icom, and with the excellent diversity reception feature, its a sure winner. Wide coverage 0.1-3299Mhz, and all mode operation and also the optional UT-118 D-Star digital unit can be fitted

When two antennas are connected to the IC-R2500, it provides diversity reception*. The diversity reception compares the signal strength continuously and selects the better antenna for keeping good sound quality.* Available in FM/DV mode between 50-1300MHz only. Cannot use the diversity receive function while using the dualwatch function.

USB connection PC receiver

The IC-R2500 turns your PC into a wideband receiver, by just pluging into the USB port on your PC. All functions can be controlled on your desktop and the received signals can be heard through your computer's audio system via USB cable.

3 interface screens to choose from

Choose the look you want with the user interface screens. "Multi-function receiver", "Component" and "Simple" screen are selectable.

Multi-function receiver screen & Tool Bar

Simple Screen

Component Screen

Digital mode reception

The optional UT-118 D-STAR digital unit can be installed to the IC-R2500. Catch the action in D-STAR digital communications as well!

DTMF remote control capability

Not only display the message, but also executing a PC program or beep sound is possible, when receiving a matched DTMF code. This function is standard on the main band, while the optional UT-108 DTMF decoder is required for the sub-band.

Multi channel monitor function

You can monitor up to 25 channels. The software tracks the channel activities with S-meter levels as each channel status is visually displayed by three background colours. Simply click the busy channel and the IC-R2500 tunes to the active channel.

Ideal for a wide range of commercial and leisure users

The IC-R2500 is ideal for the scanner enthusiast looking for an advanced scanner with more functionality and greater features. It is also ideal for commercial/professional users looking for a good value signal measuring device or authorities looking for a spectrum surveillance device.

All Customer Reviews

A great RX, you can use in house or car and if you like the 70Mhz you can receive all communication without notch filter 88-108. For HF it's much better install the DSP UT-106 but, remember this option work only wit main band.